Cisco Switch C1300-8T-E-2G : 8-Port Gigabit , 2 SFP Uplinks , Easy Web Management For Small Business
 

The Cisco Switch C1300-8T-E-2G is a compact, high-performance 8-port Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for small businesses and branch offices. Featuring two SFP uplink ports, it provides flexible fiber or copper connectivity for scalable network expansion. With plug-and-play deployment and an intuitive web-based GUI, this switch simplifies setup and management, even for non-technical users.

Key Features & Benefits

✔ 8 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports – Supports 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds for fast wired connections to PCs, IP phones, and IoT devices.
✔ 2 x SFP Fiber Uplinks – Enables high-speed backbone connectivity (requires separate SFP modules).
✔ Easy Web Management – No CLI expertise needed; configure VLANs, QoS, and security via a user-friendly web interface.
✔ Basic Security & QoS – Includes 802.1X authentication, port security, and traffic prioritization for VoIP/video.
✔ Energy Efficient & Silent – Fanless design reduces power consumption and noise, ideal for office environments.

Technical Specifications

Ideal Use Cases

• Small office networks needing reliable wired connectivity.

• Branch locations requiring SFP uplinks for backbone links.

• Cost-effective switch for VLAN segmentation and basic QoS.

For businesses needing Power over Ethernet (PoE), consider the C1300-8T-2G-L (PoE+ model). The C1300-8T-E-2G delivers Cisco’s trusted reliability in a simple, affordable package—perfect for growing networks.